BYU Cougars Welcome Two New Guards to Elevate their Potent Lineup
The No. 17 ranked Brigham Young University (BYU) Cougars recently added two new guards to their already formidable roster, further solidifying their position as the nation’s top 3-point shooting team. Dawson Baker, a transfer from UC Irvine, made his debut against Georgia State on Dec. 16 after recovering from a foot injury, and has since become an integral part of the team’s strategy. Baker’s impressive 3-point shooting performance in the recent victory over Bellarmine showcased his potential impact on the side.
The Cougars, known for their exceptional 3-point shooting abilities, currently hold the top spot in the NCAA for making 12.8 triples per game. With Baker’s addition, the team’s offensive prowess has only been bolstered, as evident from their recent victories.
Notably, BYU made 16 3-pointers in their win over Bellarmine, marking one of the highest tallies in the program’s history. Baker, known for his 37 percent shooting average from distance and impressive 15.3 points per game last season at Irvine, has expressed that he is still in the process of recovery and is hopeful to bring his game to 100 percent following his foot injury.
In further NCAA basketball news, Utah women’s team, despite securing a resounding win against Weber State, saw a minor drop in their ranking to No. 12. The Utes are gearing up for a challenging road game against No. 8 Colorado.
The recent introduction of two-time transfers, Deivon Smith at Utah and Marcus Adams Jr. at BYU, who were waiting on waivers, has also caused ripples in the college basketball world. These players, having made their season debuts recently, are set to bring about further shifts in the dynamics of their respective teams’ performances.
As conference play commences for most programs across the state, college basketball enthusiasts can look forward to an action-packed schedule of games featuring prominent teams, including BYU, Utah, and Weber State, among others.
This update in the college basketball landscape signals an exciting time for fans and teams alike as the season gains momentum and anticipation builds towards the highly anticipated matchups in the coming weeks.
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